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Class of 2026

Neurology Residency Class of 2026 Residents

photo of Rebekah Israel, M.D.

Medical School: Indiana University School of Medicine

Medical Degree: Medical Doctor

Undergraduate School: Asbury University

Undergraduate Degree: Bachelor's degree in Biochemistry

Personal Interests and Hobbies:

Enjoys playing guitar and singing, reading, biking, jogging, and volunteering at her church developing and operating the Audio/Visual systems.

photo of Nicholas Pekas, M.D.

Medical School: University of South Dakota, Sanford School of Medicine

Medical Degree: Medical Doctor

Undergraduate School: University of South Dakota

Undergraduate Degree: Bachelor's degree in Chemistry and Spanish

Personal Interests and Hobbies:

Nicholas has attained Kukkiwon and Tae-Kwan-Do Federation Certified Black Belt ranking in Tae-Kwon-Do, Hapkido, and Kumdo. He has played piano for 20 years, and enjoys reading/writing, tennis, and swimming.

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Medical School: Northeast Ohio Medical University

Medical Degree: Medical Doctor

Undergraduate School: Youngstown State University

Undergraduate Degree: Bachelor's degree in Combined Sciences

Personal Interests and Hobbies:

Enjoys photography, weightlifting, hiking, fashion, traveling, interior design, board games, reading, cooking/baking, exploring local restaurants and coffee shops, and antiquing. 

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Medical School: Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine

Medical Degree: D.O.

Undergraduate School: Brigham Young University

Undergraduate Degree: Bachelor's degree in Neuroscience

Personal Interests and Hobbies:

Michael enjoys distance running, biking, birdwatching, reading, playing piano, creative writing, and spending time with his kids.

Class of 2027

Neurology Residency Class of 2027 Residents

photo of Geri Mitchell, M.D.

Medical School: University of Kentucky College of Medicine

Medical Degree: M.D.

Undergraduate School: Berea College

Undergraduate Degree: B.S. in Biology

Personal Interests and Hobbies:

Board games, Dungeons and Dragons, Reading, TV/Movies, along with spending time with her friends, family, and beloved cat

photo of Azhar Said, M.D.

Medical School: Al-Nahrain University - College of Medicine in Baghdad, Iraq

Medical Degree: M.D.

Personal Interests and Hobbies:

Playing and watching soccer, working on cars, and running his small eBay store

photo of Soumi Santra, M.D.

Medical School: Chicago Medical School, Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine & Science

Medical Degree: M.D.

Undergraduate School: University of Michigan

Undergraduate Degree: B.S. in Neuroscience

Personal Interests and Hobbies:

Makeup artistry; she enjoys creating fun looks and learning new techniques. She also likes to explore new restaurants, spend quality time with friends, solve jigsaw puzzles, hike, and dance.

photo of Sukhmani Singh, M.D.

Medical School: Oakland University William Beaumont School of Medicine

Medical Degree: M.D.

Undergraduate School: Oakland University

Undergraduate Degree: B.S. in Environmental Health

Personal Interests and Hobbies:

Enjoys singing and playing harmonium and Dilruba, yoga & fitness, painting, beading jewelry, spirituality & meditation, visiting national parks, hiking, and traveling.

Class of 2028

Neurology Residency Class of 2028 Residents

Ehab Hassouna photo

Medical School: Wright State University

Medical Degree: M.D.

Undergraduate School: The Ohio State University

Undergraduate Degree: B.S.

Personal Interests and Hobbies:

Video games, exercise, playing music, cooking, gardening, and spending time with his wife and 2 cats.

photo of John Kearfott, M.D.

Medical School: Wright State University, Boonshoft School of Medicine

Medical Degree: M.D.

Graduate School: Wright State University

Graduate Degree: M.S. in Anatomy

Personal Interests and Hobbies:

Reading, traveling, learning about history, and trying new restaurants.

photo of Maria LaBello, M.D.

Medical School: Wright State University Boonshoft School of Medicine

Medical Degree: M.D.

Undergraduate School: University of Dayton

Undergraduate Degree: B.S. in Premedicine

Personal Interests and Hobbies:

Baking/cooking, scrapbooking, exploring new foods and restaurants, spending time with friends and family, fashion, and puzzles.

photo of Nicholas Rotsching, M.D.

Medical School: Wright State University Boonshoft School of Medicine

Medical Degree: M.D.

Undergraduate School: University of Dayton

Undergraduate Degree: B.S.

Personal Interests and Hobbies:

Enjoys pursuing his interests in music by playing the piano and trumpet. He also tries to stay active by frequently playing sand volleyball, swimming, and, on occasion, surfing.

Class of 2029

Neurology Residency Class of 2029 Residents

Colin Fricker photo

Medical School: Northeast Ohio Medical University

Medical Degree:

Undergraduate School: Vanderbilt University

Undergraduate Degree:

Personal Interests and Hobbies:

Enjoys podcasts, board games, pottery, and exploring food and drink in the local area with his wife

Jessica Myers photo

Medical School: Wright State University Boonshoft School of Medicine

Medical Degree:

Undergraduate School: Wright State University

Undergraduate Degree:

Personal Interests and Hobbies:

My favorite thing to do is spend time with my son playing with Legos or going to the park. I also enjoy exercise/yoga, drawing/painting, video games, and listening to spooky podcasts.

Stephen Prevoznik photo

Medical School: University of Toledo College of Medicine

Medical Degree:

Undergraduate School: Xavier University

Undergraduate Degree:

Personal Interests and Hobbies:

I enjoy working out, cooking, reading, Cleveland Browns football and relaxing with my fiancĂ© and our two cats. 

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Medical School: University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine

Medical Degree: Medical Doctor

Undergraduate School: University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine

Undergraduate Degree:

Personal Interests and Hobbies:

 Enjoys playing guitar, piano, bass, drums, and trumpet, spending time with friends, playing video games, and being involved in her local church.

headshot of Jacob Voelker

Medical School: Wright State University, Boonshoft of Medicine

Medical Degree:

Undergraduate School: Wright State University

Undergraduate Degree:

Personal Interests and Hobbies:

Hobbies include reading, playing boardgames, hiking, cooking, trail riding, and kayaking.